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ST. CANUTE: Jan. 19 - In 1075 AD he tried to claim the throne of England but was unsuccessful. He later became King of Denmark as Canute IV, succeeding his brother, Harold in 1081. He built many churches, aided the missionaries and clergy. He again tried to regain the throne of England in 1085. Heavy taxes and disputes with the nobles started a rebellion led by his brother Olaf. He had to flee. He was found, however, and was slain while kneeling at the altar after... ow.ly/2Tz5p2
Posted on: Mon, 19 Jan 2015 07:03:11 +0000

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